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Easter Trifle Dessert

Vibrant Easter Trifle Dessert That Will Wow Your Guests

This Easter Trifle Dessert features colorful layers of soft cake, creamy pudding, and airy whipped topping, making it an impressive crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White or Yellow Cake Mix Opt for favorite brand or homemade.
  • 4 drops Food Coloring (Pastel Shades) Customize based on Easter theme.
For the Pudding
  • 1 box Instant Pudding Mix (Vanilla or White Chocolate) Feel free to swap for chocolate pudding for a twist.
  • 2 cups Milk Use whole or dairy-free alternatives.
For the Topping
  • 16 oz Whipped Topping Consider making your own for freshness.
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Eggs Optional, can use fresh fruit instead.
  • 1 cup Sprinkles For decoration.
  • 1 cup Edible Flowers For an elegant finish.

Equipment

  • Trifle Bowl
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions, dividing batter into four bowls and coloring with pastel food coloring. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool and cut into cubes.
  2. Whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk in a mixing bowl for about 2 minutes until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 10-15 minutes to set.
  3. In a trifle bowl, layer cake cubes, followed by pudding, and whipped topping. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped topping.
  4. Top with mini chocolate eggs, sprinkles, and edible flowers for decoration.
  5. Cover loosely and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to let flavors meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Assemble the trifle the night before for enhanced flavor and easier serving.

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